The danger of blackheads is that
what you see on the surface isn’t the whole story.
When sebum or blackheads build up inside your pores,
the pores...
PD: Dr.Lee, why is your nose so clean?
My nose?
My nostril?
PD: No, you don't have any blackheads.
Oh!
I got them taken care of.
Now that you mention it,
you are worried because you've got lots of blackheads on your nose.
PD: Dr.Lee, please tell us how I can get rid of blackheads.
Hello, I'm Dr.Lee, all about helping you look your absolute best.
(Blackheads? Built-up sebum that turns black when oxidized) Blackheads form when sebum builds up inside your pores
and turns black after being exposed to air.
They’re especially common on the nose, where your skin tends to produce more oil.
When you neglect it, it'll make your face look dirty.
If you can go to the hospital
or shops anytime,
how great would that be?
But most of the time it is impossible in reality.
(3 ways to treat blackheads at home) Today, I'll show you three simple and effective ways
to get rid of blackheads at home.
Firstly, exfoliation.
(Clogged pores from built-up dead skin) When dead skin cells build up, they can clog your pores,
leading to oil buildup and blackheads.
(Daily care is important) It's very important to care daily.
Usually we take care of it by acid products
(AHA component gets rid of dead skin cells) because basically, AHA can remove dead skin cells.
So with light AHA component,
exfoliate the dead skin cells first.
(Use a BHA toner to melt away dead skin and sebum) Then, soak a cotton pad with a BHA toner
and gently wipe around your nose.
For those of you with sensitive skin,
I recommend you starting with low density products.
If you have a lot of dead skin,
physical exfoliation can be a good option too.
It's good to do a soft scrubbing.
because it can cause wounds in your skin.
If you’re not confident doing it yourself, I’d recommend visiting a dermatologist.
Secondly, cleansing oil.
Oil helps gently melt away sebum
and impurities on the skin,
clearing out clogged pores and blackheads.
It's especially efficient for people with thick dead skin cells and a lot of sebum.
Gently massage the oil onto a dry face for about 3 minutes.
As the sebum melts and comes out,
you’ll feel tiny bumps
Then wet your hands to emulsify and rinse it off.
Don't do that too often.
Two to three times a week is enough.
Before you start, try opening up your pores first
with warm water or a steam towel,
you'll get better results.
If you’re wearing makeup,
it’s best to remove it first, of course.
(Leftover oil can clog pores) If cleansing oil residue is left,
it can clog your pores,
(Follow up with a foam cleanser) so I recommend doing a second cleanse with a foam cleanser.
(Washing too often can dry out your skin) If you cleanse too often,
it can lead to dryness.
So instead of your whole face,
you can just focus on oily areas like the nose or chin.
Make sure to moisturize thoroughly after washing your face.
Third, clay mask.
Clay masks remove pore impurities by absorbing excess sebum.
After cleansing, apply it mainly to areas with blackheads,
leave it on for about 10 to 15 minutes, then rinse thoroughly.
If you apply a lot, it can be irritating.
So, it's good to spread it evenly and thinly.
Also, if you let it dry out completely,
your skin can lose moisture,
so washing it off while it's slightly damp is better.
Since your skin can feel dry afterward,
make sure to follow up with plenty of moisturizer.
If you have dry skin,
I recommend you to use it for a short time.
(Shh! Just between us!)
This is the way I don't want you to do it.
A lot of people go for nose strips.
It’s a peel-off patch with strong adhesion,
so when you pull it off,
you get that super satisfying instant result.
(Feeling satisfying) It feels so good to see all that sebum come out.
People who use nose strips often gets bigger pores.
It's true.
Since they can be harsh and stretch out your pores,
I’d recommend avoiding them if you can.
Another thing you shouldn't do is
trying to squeeze out blackheads.
(For those who squeeze after a shower!) After a shower, when the sebum feels softened,
some people squeeze it out by hand or use an extractor,
which is one of the worst ways.
It can damage the surface of your skin
and increase the risk of enlarged pores.
It could leave a scar or pigmentation.
PD: There are also nose strips that soften sebum instead, how's that?
They're generally less irritating
than peel-off nose strips.
But since you still have to extract it yourself,
there’s always a risk of skin damage, so be careful.
PD: People say your pores get bigger,
PD: but do they really?
When you force it out,
especially when it's dry,
it's often stuck to the surrounding skin,
so you end up pulling at your skin too.
If the sebum inside is on the larger side,
it can actually stretch your pores as it comes out.
The danger of blackheads is that
what you see on the surface isn’t the whole story.
Blackheads clog your pores,
so as more sebum builds up, it keeps stretching the pore from the inside.
When you're younger, those stretched ares can be filled.
But as you get older, it doesn’t recover as easily.
PD: With consistent blackhead care, does pores get smaller?
When sebum or blackheads build up inside your pores,
the pores can't get small.
If you want your pores to shrink,
you’ve got to clear out whatever’s blocking them first.
That’s what gives your skin a chance to tighten up.
So sometimes, people skip blackhead care
or treatments like Aquapeel,
and go straight for pore-shrinking procedures instead.
But that can be less effective.
So it’s better to start with pore care first,
then go for pore-shrinking treatments after.
If you’re younger,
just keeping your pores clean
can help them shrink on their own thanks to your skin’s natural elasticity.
So don’t wait too long and start your pore care early.
PD: How do you handle your own blackhead, Dr.Lee?
To tell you the truth, since I'm in the hospital,
(Takes care of blackheads at the hospital) I get procedures downstairs from specialists.
When there's a lot of built-up sebum, I get Aquapeel procedure.
If you are confident with taking care of your skin,
I recommend using AHA BHA products.
A lot of people watch random YouTube tips
and end up with sensitive, red noses.
So I really recommend coming to a clinic
or visiting a skincare skincare shop to get it.
How was it?
Today we talked about how to care for blackheads at home.
Which method do you think will work best?
Pick the method that suits your skin type,
and stick with it consistently.
You will be able to keep a clean and smooth skin.
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